Quality & Assurance

Evidence Center

"If you cannot measure it, you cannot guarantee it."

Every precision optical component we deliver comes with evidence — not just a promise. Here you'll find the types of inspection data, material documentation, coating evidence, and quality certificates that accompany PhotonEdge orders.

Inspection Reports

Every precision component is inspected before shipment. We measure what matters and provide the data so you can verify compliance with your specification.

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Interferometer Reports

Surface flatness / surface figure measured at 632.8nm (ZYGO equivalent interferometer)
Peak-to-valley (PV) and RMS values reported
False-color interferogram with measurement parameters
Transmitted wavefront error available for lenses and windows
Included with all precision-grade (λ/10 and tighter) orders. Available on request for standard grade.
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Surface Quality Reports

Dark-field inspection per MIL-PRF-13830B / ISO 10110
Scratch and dig counts documented per optic
Photographic evidence for laser-grade components
Edge chip and chamfer verification
Standard on all laser-grade and precision orders. Summary report on standard grade.
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Spectral / Coating Reports

Transmission and reflection curves from PerkinElmer Lambda spectrophotometer
Wavelength range: 190nm – 2500nm (UV-Vis-NIR)
FTIR measurement available for MIR/LWIR coatings (2–20μm)
Coating lot traceability and batch measurement data
Included with all coated optic orders. Sample-based measurement for production batches.
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Dimensional Inspection

Diameter, thickness, and radius measurement with digital micrometers
Optical comparator for edge profile and chamfer verification
Centration / beam deviation measurement for lenses
Wedge angle / parallelism measurement with autocollimator
100% dimensional inspection on every precision order. Dimensional data sheet included.

Material Documentation

Material properties fundamentally determine optical performance. We trace every component back to its source material and provide the documentation to prove it.

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Material Certificate

Material type, grade, and manufacturer identification
Melt / ingot / boule number for traceability
Chemical composition data (for crystalline materials)
Impurity levels and homogeneity class
Provided with all precision and custom orders upon request.
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Grade Certificate

Optical homogeneity class (e.g., H1, H2, H3 per ISO 12123)
Striae grade (A, B, C per MIL-G-17441)
Bubbles and inclusions class
Stress birefringence specification
Available for glass and crystalline materials from certified suppliers.
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Refractive Index Data

n_d, n_F, n_C values (key wavelengths)
Abbe number (V_d) and dispersion data
Sellmeier coefficients on request
Temperature coefficient (dn/dT) data available
Standard data from material datasheets. Custom measurement available for special projects.

Coating Evidence

Coatings determine how your optic performs in real use. We measure coating performance and provide evidence across the full spectral range of your application.

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Transmission Curve

Percent transmission vs. wavelength across the design band
Measured with reference air baseline
UV-Vis-NIR: 190–2500nm (Lambda spectrophotometer)
MIR/LWIR: 2–20μm (FTIR spectrometer)
Included with all coated orders. Measured on witness sample from the same coating run.
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Reflection Curve

Reflectance vs. wavelength for HR and mirror coatings
Specified angle of incidence (0°, 45°, custom)
S and P polarization data for non-normal incidence
Coating bandwidth and edge steepness verification
Provided with all mirror and high-reflection coating orders.

LIDT Data

Laser Induced Damage Threshold test results
1-on-1 and S-on-1 test protocols (ISO 11254 equivalent)
Pulsed (ns, ps, fs) and CW damage thresholds
Test conditions documented (wavelength, pulse duration, rep rate)
Available for laser-grade coatings on request. Batch or design-level certification.

Quality Documents

System-level quality and compliance documentation that supports your audit and regulatory requirements.

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ISO Certificate

ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System
ISO 13485 Medical Device Quality (partner facilities)
Manufacturing partner certificates available on request. PhotonEdge operates under ISO 9001 aligned processes.
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RoHS & REACH Compliance

RoHS 2.0 compliance statement (EU 2015/863)
REACH SVHC declaration (EU 1907/2006)
Conflict minerals statement on request
Standard compliance declaration provided with all shipments. Detailed reports on request.
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Certificate of Conformity (CoC)

Conformance declaration per order / per lot
Part number, quantity, material, and coating listed
Statement of compliance with purchase specification
Inspection release signature and date
Included with every precision and custom order. Available for stock orders on request.

Certification Claims

Our quality and regulatory certifications — with evidence status clearly marked. If you need to see the actual certificate, just ask.

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ISO 9001:2015

Status: Verified — Certificate Available
Quality Management System for precision optical component manufacturing
Covers all manufacturing processes and inspection procedures
Certificate available on request. Partner facility certifications can be provided for OEM programs.
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ISO 13485

Status: Verified — Certificate Available
Medical Device Quality Management System
Medical-grade optics manufacturing and inspection protocols
Partner facility certification. Available for medical device OEM projects on request.
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RoHS & REACH

Status: Verified — Compliance Statement
EU RoHS 2.0 (2015/863) compliance statement
REACH SVHC declaration (EU 1907/2006)
Standard compliance declaration provided with all shipments. Full material declarations on request.

Capability Claims

Technical capabilities we claim — and the evidence that backs them up. Each capability is linked to the type of inspection or documentation that verifies it.

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Surface Quality (10-5 / 20-10)

Status: Verified
Dark-field inspection per MIL-PRF-13830B / ISO 10110
Scratch and dig counts documented per optic
Photographic evidence for laser-grade components
Evidence: Inspection Reports — Surface Quality. Standard on precision and laser-grade orders.
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Surface Flatness (λ/10, λ/20)

Status: Verified
Interferometry measurement at 632.8nm (ZYGO-equivalent)
PV and RMS values reported with interferogram
Transmitted wavefront error for lenses and windows
Evidence: Interferometer Reports. Included with all precision-grade (λ/10 and tighter) orders.
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30+ Optical Materials

Status: Verified
Full material list with transmission ranges and properties
Material certificates with melt/ingot traceability
From UV fused silica to infrared (ZnSe, Ge, Si)
Evidence: Materials List + Material Certificates (on request).
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Cleanroom (Class 1000 / ISO 7)

Status: Pending Evidence
Cleanroom assembly and coating facilities
Particle count monitoring and gowning protocols
Available for sensitive and laser-grade components
Evidence: Facility documentation available on request. Photographic evidence pending public release.
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Coating Capability

Status: Verified — Coating Curve Evidence
Transmission and reflection curves (190nm – 25µm)
AR, HR, broadband, narrowband, polarizing coatings
LIDT data for laser-grade coatings
Evidence: Spectral / Coating Reports. Included with all coated optic orders.
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Dimensional Precision

Status: Available on Request
Diameter tolerance: ±0.01mm to ±0.15mm (by grade)
Centration: < 30 arcsec (precision grade)
Parallelism: < 10 arcsec for precision windows
Evidence: Dimensional Inspection Reports. 100% inspection on precision orders.

Disclaimer: All specifications are typical values. Actual capabilities are subject to engineering review and specific project requirements. Evidence documents (certificates, inspection reports, coating curves) are provided on a per-order basis. Sample reports and certificates are available upon request.

How Quality Verification Works

Quality isn't a single checkpoint at the end. It's built into the process at every step, with data captured at each stage.

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Incoming Material

Material certificates verified against spec. Optical quality check before production.

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In-Process Checks

Dimensional and surface quality checks at key process milestones. Photos shared with customers for custom orders.

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Final Inspection

Full dimensional, surface quality, flatness, and spectral testing. 100% inspection on precision orders.

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Documentation

CoC, inspection data, and material certificates packaged with shipment and available digitally.

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Traceability

Every part traceable to material batch, coating run, and inspection record.

Sample Reports Available on Request

Sample inspection reports, coating curves, and material certificates are available on request. We don't post them publicly because each report is specific to a particular part and batch. Contact us and we'll send you sample documentation relevant to your application.

Request a Sample Test Report

Tell us what type of component and documentation you're interested in. We'll send you sample inspection data so you can see exactly what you'd get with your order.

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